Let’s Dish celebrates two decades and expands its ready-to-bake options. When the holiday season kicks into high gear, the heat is on—especially in...
Dining
Get Into the Holiday Spirit
When it comes to cocktails for hosting a party, Grant Lavrenz recommends shopping your home bar first. “Use stuff you have at home,” he says. “Just...
Maple Pound Cake
This recipe is light and fluffy, filling the kitchen with the dreamy scent of maple syrup. And that buttery Maple-Rum Glaze? It forms a golden,...
Grant Lavrenz Talks About the Fine Art of Cocktails
The Maple Grove mixologist explores how to mix and match cocktails this holiday season. Grant Lavrenz describes himself as “the world’s okayest...
Opportunity Knocks for Jason DeRusha
Media personality Jason DeRusha discusses taking on new challenges and expanding his audience. Jason DeRusha laughs as he recalls how clear his...
Omni Brewing Co. Hosts Local Oktoberfest
Enjoy the tastes of Germany and more at Oktoberfest. In Central Park of Maple Grove, a celebration is brewing. The City of Maple Grove, in...
Dirty Soda Shop Sota Makes a Splash
Customers revel in Sota’s unexpected taste combinations. Imagine your favorite ice-cold soda transformed into a uniquely delectable treat—that’s...
Author Zia McNeal’s Book Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary
Books transport readers to different lifestyles, time periods or, for local author Zia McNeal, across continents. Her novel, Number Eleven, tells a...
Dip Into Tasty Summer Spread Recipes
Brighten up gatherings with fresh takes on appetizing spreads. If there’s one thing Minnesotans do best, it’s summer get-togethers. Whether your...
Whip Up a Delicious Egg Bake for Father’s Day
With Father’s Day on June 15, we got to thinking: Mothers aren’t the only ones who deserve breakfast in bed or a lovely at-home brunch. While egg...
Plan Mother’s Day With Sweet and Savory Brunch Specialties
This has to rank right up there on the special occasion stress meter: It’s the eve or day of Mother’s Day. Frantic dialing or online booking...
Low-ABV Berry Lemonade Cocktail
This drink is as refreshing as they come. Lemony and tart with complex undertones and a delightful pucker, it goes down swimmingly. It’s perfect for...
Grackle Migrates to Maple Grove
Grackle features from-scratch and allergy-safe recipes. Justin Ahlstrom recalls fond childhood memories of sitting in Lyle’s Café in Winthrop,...
Preferred Vendor: Painted Turtle Chocolatier
Bring something delightful to the wedding reception dessert table. Painted Turtle Chocolatier offers delicious handmade custom chocolates, wedding...
Wedding Dessert Ideas Around the Twin Cities
Bakers and makers are charting new territory when it comes to wedding treats. The topography of the reception dessert table is evolving. The...
What To Expect at Broadaxe
Axe throwing has come to town. “Let’s go throw axes in Maple Grove!” That’s a sentence Matt Pohlkamp is hoping to hear more often. Pohlkamp is the...
Crostini Are an Easy App for Entertaining
While hosting friends and family for holiday dinners, home cooks often need a go-to nibble to keep hungry guests at bay until the meal is ready for...
Sweet + Flour Cookie Co Creates Custom Treats
Christina Stewart perfects her royal iced sugar cookies. From wedding showers, bachelorette parties and birthdays to Teacher Appreciation Day and...
Award-Winning Bakers Share the Ingredients for Success
Two local bakers know exactly what people need to satisfy a sweet tooth. Featured for their mouthwatering talents, Zia McNeal and Annette Gustafson,...
An Easy Treat for Fall
Enjoy the crisp season with this fall-inspired treat! Easy Owl Cupcakes These cute cupcakes are so easy to make, thanks to a few simple ingredients....
